2017 Nissan Pathfinder vs 2017 Honda Pilot in Joliet, IL

If you’re looking to upgrade your family's three-row crossover, but aren’t sure which of the many options on the market is right for you, let us help here at Thomas Nissan! We know you’ll love everything about the all-new Pathfinder, so much, in fact, we have compared it to one of its top competitors. So, instead of spending all weekend researching, take advantage of this2017 Nissan Pathfinder vs 2017 Honda Pilot in Joliet, IL, comparison.

To start things off, we took a look at what awaits under each hood. Both the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder and the 2017 Honda Pilot are powered by a standard 3.5L V6 engine. However, the one in the Pathfinder edges out the Pilot’s engine with 284 horsepower, compared to 280 horsepower. The same can be said for fuel efficiency, as the Pathfinder squeaks by the Pilot with a rating of 20/27 MPG city/hwy1, the Pilot’s rating just falls short with 19/27 MPG city/hwy2. Most notably, perhaps, is the fact that the Pathfinder has a standard 6,000-lb. towing capacity3, making it easy to bring your boat out to Lake Michigan. You may not be able to haul as much when you drive the Pilot, as it only has a maximum 5,000-lb. towing capacity4.

Our head-to-head between the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder vs the 2017 Honda Pilot in Joliet, IL, also compares exterior features. You are sure to notice right away that the Pathfinder comes standard with roof rails5 – a feature only found in higher trims of the Pilot. Also, the Pathfinder provides greater visibility than the Pilot with its standard LED Daytime Running Lights, another element that is only in top trims of the Pilot. In terms of convenience, you’ll find remote keyless entry as standard on the Pathfinder. And, when your hands are full of groceries from Jewel-Osco, the Pathfinder has the available Motion Activated Liftgate. Just kick your foot under the rear bumper and it’ll open automatically. No such feature is found in any trim of the Pilot.

If you plan on spending a lot of time in your three-row crossover, you want to make sure it’s supremely comfortable and feature-packed. In the 2017 Pathfinder, Tri-Zone Climate Control is standard, which is only found in higher trims of the 2017 Pilot. When road-tripping to Milwaukee, both options have an available rear entertainment system. In the Pilot, you’ll have a 9-inch flip-down monitor with DVD and Blu-Ray Disc™ compatibility. However, the Pathfinder boasts, the Tri-Zone Entertainment System6, which includes dual 8-inch monitors mounted on the back of the front headrests, where your little ones can watch movies, play video games, and even hook up to a laptop.

In terms of tech up front, the Nissan Pathfinder prevails over the Honda Pilot here, too. The Pathfinder has a standard 8-inch multi-touch display, while the Pilot only has a measly 5-inch LCD screen as standard. In the Pathfinder, this comes equipped with SiriusXM® Satellite Radio7 and HD Radio™, both standard. You’ll only find such musical options in top trims of the Pilot. Additionally, only the Pathfinder has the available Around View® Monitor8, showing you a 360-degree view around your vehicle, which is sure to come in handy when parking in downtown Chicago.

Our side-by-side look at the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder vs the 2017 Honda Pilot in Joliet, IL, has a clear winner – the Pathfinder. When you’re ready to take one for a test drive, visit us here at Thomas Nissan, or give us a call to schedule a cruise down North Larkin Avenue at 815-741-5353.

* While we check with car manufacturers and other sources to confirm the accuracy and completeness of the data contained in this chart, we make no guarantees or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the data in this report. Although we make every attempt to keep this chart up to date, all incentive information is subject to change without notice.

Special Offers

Customers whose existing vehicle has been declared a "total loss" by their insurance company may be eligible to receive Nissan Vehicle Purchase Plan Pricing (D-Plan) on select Nissan vehicles.
ELIGIBLE CUSTOMER:
Those individuals/businesses whose vehicle(s) were a total loss that can validate the damage through insurance requirements stated below in the x201CCUSTOMER DOCUMENTATION REQUIREDx201D section
Program eligibility is transferable within the same household, and vehicle registrant must provide proof of residency. It is non-transferable to other family members or friends outside the household.
Limit one new replacement vehicle per claim.
ELIGIBLE INCENTIVE:
Eligible customers are entitled to the Nissan employee A-plan Vehicle Purchase Program discount, IN ADDITION TO current Bonus Cash and/or other incentive offers. Vehicles are also eligible for NMAC VPP special APR rates.
ELIGIBLE VEHICLES:
All new Nissan models except the Versa S and GT-R
CUSTOMER DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED:
1. VPP Claim Number
2. Valid driverx2019s license
3. Insurance card for proof of vehicle ownership
4. Collison Repair Customer Certificate
Instructions for Customers or Dealers to Obtain a VPP Claim ID
1. Visit: www.insidenissan.com.
2. Select the link designated for Business Associate
3. Enter purchaserx2019s name and Total Loss Collison VPP Program code: VPP021472
See Official Program Rules for complete details.

Nissan purchasing participants are able to receive a discount certificate in the amount of $500, $750 or $1,000 dependent upon eligible vehicles of their choice and the certificate amount associated with that vehicle model, plus all consumer facing incentives. (See Model specific discounts) See Nissan VPP Website (https://insidenissan.com/home.psp) for complete details, and to obtain participant claim numbers.
Eligibility
Individuals graduating within six months or the past two years from an accredited US two or four year university, college, junior college, graduate school, or nursing school (x201CGrad School(s)x201D). All current graduate students and graduate nursing students also qualify.
Participants must reside in the continental United States, Hawaii, or Alaska.
Qualified participants who wish to purchase a vehicle must generate a Nissan College Grad Claim ID on the VPP website, or by calling 1-800-299-4753. A printed copy of the College Grad Claim ID must then be provided to the dealership at the time of purchase.
Proof of Eligibility is as follows:
Proof of graduation (College Diploma, Official Transcript) from a Grad School within the past 24 months; or
Written confirmation (Official Transcript/University Letter) of upcoming graduation from a Grad School within 6 months; or
Proof of current enrollment (Transcript/University Letter) in an accredited US graduate school; or
Approval from NMAC x201CSignature Graduatex201D Program. (see NMAC bulletin for complete program details)
Important Program Information
Participants are able to receive a discount certificate in the amount of either $500, $750 or $1,000 dependent upon the eligible vehicle of their choice, and the certificate amount associated with that vehicle model, plus all consumer facing incentives. (See Model specific discounts.)
Qualified participants are allowed one purchase for personal use in their name only under the Nissan College Grad Program.
Dealership Responsibilities
-Verify eligibility of participant.
-Dealers must adhere to the pricing formula for determining the purchase price / capitalized cost of the vehicle, the service contract, and finance / lease contract.
-Dealers must give VPP customers eligible consumer facing incentives and programs including, but not limited to, customer cash, subvented APR (based on eligibility), all forms of bonus cash, lease support including money factor and residual subvention, owner loyalty and conquest cash.

Nissan purchasing participants are able to receive a discount certificate in the amount of $500, $750 or $1,000 dependent upon eligible vehicles of their choice and the certificate amount associated with that vehicle model, plus all consumer facing incentives. (See Model specific discounts) See Nissan VPP Website (https://insidenissan.com/home.psp) for complete details, and to obtain participant claim numbers.
US Military employees have 3 categories and Proof of Employment requirements are as follows:
-US Active and Reserve US Military: Required documentation is their current active service Leave and Earnings Statement (LES). For a sample of this document please click here: (https://www.insidenissan.com/content/downloads/LES-Active.pdf)
-US Military Veterans (must be within 12 months of active duty): Required documentation is their most current active service Leave and Earnings Statement (LES). For a sample of this document please click here.
-US Military Retirees: Required documentation is DD214/NGB22 or other supporting documentation. Sample form here: https://insidenissan.com/content/downloads/DD214-NGB-Military-Form-Sample.pdf
US Military Personnel can issue two claims per calendar year for personal use.
VPP incentives vary by model and actual savings will vary based on model, trim and options selected. Not all Nissan models or trim levels are eligible for VPP.
Claim IDs can only be used by the person they are issued to, and the name on the sales contract written at the dealership must match. A claim ID is valid through the Nissan and Infiniti sales close month date. If your claim ID expires, you can generate a new one as long as you are within your allotted claims.
Dealership Responsibilities
-Verify eligibility of participant.
-Dealers must adhere to the pricing formula for determining the purchase price / capitalized cost of the vehicle, the service contract, and finance / lease contract.
-Dealers must give VPP customers eligible consumer facing incentives and programs including, but not limited to, customer cash, subvented APR (based on eligibility), all forms of bonus cash, lease support including money factor and residual subvention, owner loyalty and conquest cash.)

A select group of targeted consumers will be given Customer Loyalty offer towards the purchase or lease of an eligible vehicle. Eligible Customers will receive a unique authorization code.
Note: authorization codes may only be transferred among family members living at the same address. Customer must present this authorization code at the dealership to validate offer or authorization code can be located on the dealer manifest or on the Nissan Incentive Award site. Offer is not combinable with any other loyalty offer except NOTOR programs. Limit one offer per individual. Limit one offer per vehicle. Must be financed with NMAC.

A select group of targeted consumers will be given Customer Loyalty offer towards the purchase or lease of an eligible vehicle. Eligible Customers will receive a unique authorization code.
Note: authorization codes may only be transferred among family members living at the same address. Customer must present this authorization code at the dealership to validate offer or authorization code can be located on the dealer manifest or on the Nissan Incentive Award site. Offer is not combinable with any other loyalty offer except NOTOR programs. Limit one offer per individual. Limit one offer per vehicle. Must be financed with NMAC.

- * On Approved Credit - Expires:09-05-2017

* While we check with car manufacturers and other sources to confirm the accuracy and completeness of the data contained in this chart, we make no guarantees or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the data in this report. Although we make every attempt to keep this chart up to date, all incentive information is subject to change without notice.

While we check with car manufacturers and other sources to confirm the accuracy and completeness of the data contained in this chart, we make no guarantees or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the data in this report. Although we make every attempt to keep this chart up to date, all warranty information is subject to change without notice.

5 Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. Always secure all cargo. Heavy loading of the vehicle with cargo, especially on the roof, will affect the handling and stability of the vehicle.

8 Parking aid/convenience feature. Cannot completely eliminate blind spots. May not detect every object and does not warn of moving objects. Always check surroundings and turn to look behind you before moving vehicle.